Patrolman Winfield S. Willis
Buffalo Police Department
New York
End of Watch: Monday, August 22, 1921

Biographical Info
Age: Not available
Tour of Duty: Not available
Badge Number: Not available

Incident Details
Cause of Death: Gunfire
Date of Incident: Sunday, August 21, 1921
Weapon Used: Gun; Unknown type
Suspect Info: Sentenced to 20 years

Patrolman Willis was shot and killed while attempting to arrest two suspects at a bar fight in the area of Amherst and Hertel Streets. One of the suspects was arrested and sentenced to 20 years for his murder.

Patrolman Willis was survived by his wife, son, and three daughters.